2.2 Rock Crushers (01/07/08)

[Rckcrwlr]

I was able to get out a little to test them in the elements.

First I ran them how they were set up for yesterdays comp...air tight. They seem to like that as long as you don't mind the bouncing. They compressed nice when approaching a rock and seem to grip.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest007.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/th_RC4wdRockCrusherTest023.jpg (http://s139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/?action=view&current=RC4wdRockCrusherTest023.flv)

[Rckcrwlr]

Next test was to get rid of the air. I cut a small notch in the inside sidewall of each wheel. This made a huge difference in flex.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest013.jpg

Crawling on this pile was about the same accept when it came to needing edges to "grab" onto. The latter format worked better.

Now came the mud and wet. They lost all traction at that time. It seemed that as soon as they got wet they became slicks. This is no surprise due to the huge flat surface that these tires have. Add mud to the equation and you weren't climbing the easiest of rocks.


It comes down to my first post...these are Scaler tires. They are the best looking tires I have seen. They will perform in "ideal" conditions but as soon as it gets just a little questionable they will not work.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/th_RC4wdRockCrusherTest027.jpg (http://s139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/?action=view&current=RC4wdRockCrusherTest027.flv)

This is the same as 1:1 tires...you cannot have it all...that is why there are so many options.

Now the question becomes, would I buy a set...definitely...for a scaler. Would I depend on them for winning a comp...probably not. I will wait for the Crazy Krawlers to make that call.

[Rckcrwlr]

Alright now...I threw them on the SW3 for a test...what a difference. There is something to say about matching your rig with your tires. They acted completely different.

I'm running 3 oz in the front wheels and nothing in the back.

On the SW3 I also have an extra 2 oz on each axle side plus an 8 cell 2/3A pack on the front upper links.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest2SW3002.jpg
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest2SW3001.jpg

[Rckcrwlr]

First test was to run the same lines as the 2.2 Clod. What a difference. The key to running these tires is to go slow...let the tires work. Once you spinning, you are done. The tires, with the extra weight, will conform better to the terrain. Now remember, these are not a comp tire the way they are...I like the idea of scoring them...it would make a huge difference to the large surfaces of the lugs.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest2SW3003.jpg
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http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest2SW3006.jpg

[Rckcrwlr]

Continued...

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest2SW3007.jpg
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest2SW3010.jpg
http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q307/rckcrwlr_bucket/RC%20Items/Tests/RC4wdRockCrusherTest2SW3011.jpg

[Racer4Life]

John...thanks for posting this info. Very helpful!;)